friendship
Translation
friendship
Examples
Their friendship lasted for many years.
Their friendship lasted for many years.
Friendship is very important to me.
Friendship is very important to me.
Grammar Patterns
a friendship ((with sb.)) a relationship between friends Their friendship with the neighbors grew stronger.
a friendship ((between A and B)) a relationship between two or more people The friendship between the two countries is important.
Similar Words
Synonyms: companionship, camaraderie, amity; Antonyms: enmity, hostility
Etymology
Comes from 'friend' + the suffix '-ship', which indicates a state or condition. Literally 'the state of being a friend'.
Memory Tips
Picture a 'ship' carrying 'friends' across the sea of life. This image can help you remember the meaning.